Greater Middle East Partnership
Text of a "working paper" circulated by the United States in preparation for the G-8 summit scheduled for June 2004. The document is in three parts, discussing promoting of democracy and good governance, building a knowledge society and expanding economic opportunities.

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Arabs Without God: Atheism and Freedom of Belief in the Middle East
by Brian Whitaker

In a region where the influence of religion is almost inescapable, growing numbers of Arabs are claiming a right to believe – or disbelieve – as they see fit.

This ground-breaking book looks at the factors that lead them to abandon religion and the challenges non-believers pose for governments and societies that claim to be organised according to the will of God.